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20 Pence
| Nickel brass | 8.47 g | 27.1 mm |
| Issuer | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1937-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1985-2000 |
| Value | 20 Pence (20 Pingine) (0.20 IEP) |
| Currency | Pound / Irish Pound (decimalized, 1971-2001) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 8.47 g |
| Diameter | 27.1 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 9 February 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#1403 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 4% |
Reverse
The value above an Irish hunting horse
Script: Latin
Lettering: 20P
Unabridged legend: 20 Pence
Engraver: Percy Metcalfe
Edge
Segmented reeding
Interesting fact
The 20 Pence coin from Ireland made of Nickel brass was designed by the Irish artist, Gabriel Hayes. The coin features a Celtic harp, which is a traditional symbol of Ireland, on one side, and the Irish state crest on the other. The harp is surrounded by a circle of dots, which represents the 32 counties of Ireland. The coin was minted from 1985 to 2000 and was a significant change from the previous 20 Pence coin, which was made of cupro-nickel. The use of Nickel brass was a cost-saving measure, but it also gave the coin a unique golden color that sets it apart from other coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1986 | 6750 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1988 | 20661000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1992 | 14761000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1994 | 11086000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1995 | 18160000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1996 | 29291000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1998 | 25024000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1999 | 11000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2000 | 28500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Pence 1985-2000 coin.
